Posted on 07/29/2023 3:44:48 PM PDT by Libloather
Alaska Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Saturday signed into law a measure that seeks to block state and local officials from closing gun stores during disasters declared by the governor, unless such closures apply to all other businesses.
Regarded as a win for Second Amendment supporters and Alaska residents, House Bill 61 - which was championed by Republican House Speaker Cathy Tilton and backed by the NRA - came in response to business closures in Alaska and other states during the coronavirus pandemic and protects a plethora of firearm businesses throughout the state.
"Today is a remarkable day for Alaskans, NRA members, and Second Amendment advocates," Aoibheann Cline, the NRA Alaska State Director, told Fox News Digital in a statement. "A decade has passed since the last major pro-Second Amendment legislation, House Bill 24, was signed into law on April 11, 2013, reinforcing our 'Stand Your Ground' rights. Now, with the NRA-backed House Bill 61, championed by Speaker Cathy Tilton, we witness another significant milestone."
"The NRA, along with our millions of members, applauds Governor Mike Dunleavy for his unwavering support of our Second Amendment rights and for signing this House Bill 61 into law. This bill is not just legislation; it's a protective shield for our fundamental rights during states of emergency, reinforcing the core principles of the Second Amendment we deeply respect and uphold," Cline added. "Today is indeed a great victory for all freedom-loving Alaskans."
The bill also restricts state and local government entities from restricting an individual's access to firearms, ammunition, and component parts during declared states of emergency. Prohibitions on gun possession would still apply to individuals who are otherwise restricted from having guns.
Defending the measure, Dunleavy told Fox News Digital that "firearms are an integral part of the Alaskan way of life."
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Indeed, now if only the other 49 states could follow.
“ATF” should be the name of a convenience store, not a government bureau.
“Honey, I’m going over to ATF for a couple of boxes of 45 ACP, some Skoal, and a case of Miller. Can I get you something? Some 10W/40 for the truck? Ok!”
There’s ATF Bistro in Youngsville, Louisiana.
“The next significant milestone should be arming everyone. Make it mandatory.”
No. Some people are genuine idiots.
Takes time and practice to develop even marginally safe and useful skills.
Watched a group of first timers at the range this afternoon. Being down range might have been safer than on the firing line with them. After a few minutes observing, I moved to another range. After watching their performance, it’s easy to understand why innocent bystanders are often shot.
The club range officers were keeping an eye on them.
How is that first name pronounced ?
Most Alaskans approve of this. Even leftarded ones.
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